Spanish Student Visa Process

Student visa for Spain may not be required depending on the length of study and nationality of the student.

Nationals of the following countries may not require a visa for stays of up to 90 days:
(a) EU countries, Australia, Canada, Japan and US;
(b) Andorra, Argentina, Aruba, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Korea (Rep. Of), Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands Antilles, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, San Marino, Singapore, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Switzerland, Uruguay, Vatican City and Venezuela.

Those studying longer than 90 days may require a student visa.

Nationals of countries not appearing above may require a visa to enter Spain.

Documents Required
The following may be required:

Completed application form.
4 passport-size photos.
Valid passport (For a minimum of 180 days prior to your arrival in Spain)
Return travel tickets or itinerary and proof of payment for tickets.
Proof of purpose of visit.
Evidence of sufficient funds for stay.
Proof of attendance at educational institute
Medical certificate from physician
Police clearance certificates (for any countries of residence during the previous 5 years)

Time required to issue visa
Time of visa issuance varies with nationality; average 6 weeks to 10 weeks.

Cost of a Visa
£15.50 - £21.70 (double- or multiple- entry)

Note: Visa fees may be waived for some nationals.

Visa Validation
Varies, depending on type obtained

Embassy contact information:
Please contact the nearest Spanish embassy for information on what documentation you may require to enter Spain.
http://www.spainemb.org/

See Also..............................................................................................
Admission | Financial Aids | Universities List | Living Cost